When you are a stranger who comes into a new town, walks up to the mayor, slaps him in the mouth, hoist his wife over your shoulder and stroll out of town (kicking a couple dogs on the way out), it's safe to say a few of the local words will have some choice words to say about you. It's part of the whole "slap the mayor and take his wife" game; it should theoretically thicken one's skin. Unless you are one of the new Sonics owners.

While arguing their case with the AAA, the Sonics filed papers citing "disturbing fringe elements" surrounding the case, and even claimed the team's lawyers had "received threats and other highly charged communications" after taking the case.

Yes. Highly charged communication. This will happen when you stroll into Seattle and slap the mayor in the mouth while stealing his wife.